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en-us Copyright 2012 The New York Times Company Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:40:30 GMT http://graphics8.nytimes.com/images/misc/NYT_logo_rss_250x40.png http://www.nytimes.com/pages/sports/hockey/index.html?partner=rss&emc=rss http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=eff5406f74a776eb1858ab24c907b525 http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/08/sports/hockey/dont-tell-this-orthodontist-he-cant-play-hockey-forever.html?partner=rss&emc=rss http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/08/sports/hockey/dont-tell-this-orthodontist-he-cant-play-hockey-forever.html When he is not working as the backup goalie for the minor league Danbury Whalers, Pete Maro is an orthodontist in Rye, N.Y. Chang W. Lee/The New York Times Pete Maro, 46, who had stints in the Devils’ and the Rangers’ systems, is the oldest person — by seven years — to play in the two-year-old Federal Hockey League.

Don’t Tell This Orthodontist He Can’t Play Hockey Forever

07 Feb 12, 06:02:10

Pete Maro, 46, who had stints in the Devils’ and the Rangers’ systems, is the oldest person — by seven years — to play in the two-year-old Federal Hockey League.

Surging Maple Leafs Outlast the Oilers

06 Feb 12, 08:02:35

Phil Kessel scored twice and Mikhail Grabovski had two assists as the surging Maple Leafs beat the Edmonton Oilers, 6-3, in Toronto.

Penguins’ Crosby Practices

06 Feb 12, 08:02:02

The Pittsburgh Penguins’ Sidney Crosby practiced but said he was no closer to returning from a concussion and a neck injury that have sidelined him for most of the season.

Slap Shot: Have N.H.L. Questions? Slap Shot Has Answers

06 Feb 12, 05:02:16

Jeff Z. Klein, who covers the N.H.L. for The Times, and Christopher Botta, a Slap Shot contributor, will answer questions from readers.

Rangers 5, Flyers 2 : Rangers’ Mastery of Flyers Continues in Latest Testy Matchup

07 Feb 12, 09:02:27

In another brutal matchup between rivals, Michael Del Zotto’s goal for the Rangers at 1:33 of the third period — 36 seconds after Wayne Simmonds tied the score — turned out to be the winner.

N.H.L. Roundup: Tim Thomas and Bruins Shut Down Capitals, 4-1

07 Feb 12, 09:02:27

Tim Thomas, who declined to participate in the Stanley Cup champion Bruins’ recent visit to the White House, made 35 saves to help defeat Washington, 4-1.

N.H.L. Roundup: Devils Hold Off the Flyers

04 Feb 12, 10:02:09

Two power-play goals by Kurtis Foster helped the Devils take a 6-0 lead, and they hung on for a 6-4 victory over the host Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday.

Rangers’ Super Sunday Kicks Off With a Game Against Archrival Flyers

04 Feb 12, 10:02:09

Before they can sit down to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday, the Rangers will face the rival Philadelphia Flyers at Madison Square Garden.

Punched Out: Readers Have Their Say

12 Dec 11, 01:12:09

Here is a sampling of readers’ responses to the series and to the N.H.L.’s reaction.

Brodeur, Red-Hot Devils Blank Rangers 1-0

07 Feb 12, 06:02:28

Martin Brodeur stopped 30 shots for his first shutout of the season and the record 117th of his NHL career, and the New Jersey Devils beat the Eastern Conference-leading New York Rangers 1-0 on Tuesday night for their fifth consecutive win.

Owen Nolan Announces Retirement From NHL.

07 Feb 12, 03:02:27

Owen Nolan, who hasn't played in the NHL since the 2009-10 season, announced his retirement Tuesday at the San Jose Sharks home rink.

Ducks Beat Flames 3-2 in 8th Round of Shootout

06 Feb 12, 10:02:44

Niklas Hagman scored the deciding goal in the eighth round of a shootout and the Anaheim Ducks beat Calgary 3-2 on Monday night for their 14th straight home victory over the Flames.

Coyotes Beat Red Wings 3-1 to End Losing Streak

06 Feb 12, 07:02:34

Mike Smith stopped 30 shots, Martin Hanzal scored twice and the Phoenix Coyotes ended a seven-game losing streak to Detroit with a 3-1 win over the Red Wings on Monday night.

Crosby Skates With Penguins, but Return Remains Cloudy

06 Feb 12, 01:02:45

Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby worked out with his team mates on Monday, but said he was still recovering from concussion-like symptoms and a neck injury and offered no timetable for his return.

Rangers Extend Dominance Over Flyers

05 Feb 12, 03:02:35

Two of the top teams in the Eastern Conference traded blows until the New York Rangers landed a third-period knockout over Philadelphia in a 5-2 win on Sunday that extended their domination over the Flyers.

Price, Canadiens Shut Out Jets 3-0

05 Feb 12, 01:02:28

Carey Price made 23 saves for his third shutout of the season, Tomas Plekanec had a goal and an assist and the Montreal Canadiens ended a three-game losing streak with a 3-0 win over the Winnipeg Jets on Sunday.

Rangers Knock Out Flyers in Third to Extend Domination

05 Feb 12, 01:02:43

Two of the top teams in the Eastern Conference traded blows until the New York Rangers landed a third-period knockout over Philadelphia in a 5-2 win on Sunday that extended their domination over the Flyers.

Anisimov Helps Rangers Top Flyers 5-2

05 Feb 12, 01:02:38

Artem Anisimov had a goal and two assists, Henrik Lundqvist made 21 saves and the New York Rangers continued their recent success against the Philadelphia Flyers with a 5-2 fight-filled victory on Sunday.

Kovalchuk Leads Devils to 5-2 Win Over Penguins

05 Feb 12, 12:02:29

Ilya Kovalchuk had a goal and two assists, and the New Jersey Devils extended their winning streak to four with a 5-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday.

Bruins' Thomas Makes DC Return, Beats Capitals 4-1

05 Feb 12, 12:02:28

Tim Thomas' return to the nation's capital was less political and more successful, with the goaltender making 35 saves Sunday in the Boston Bruins' 4-1 win over the Washington Capitals.

Oilers Blow 3-1 Lead but Top Red Wings in Shootout

04 Feb 12, 10:02:28

Sam Gagner continued to rack up the points and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scored the shootout winner as the Edmonton Oilers beat the league-leading Detroit Red Wings 5-4 on Saturday night.

Slap Shot: Minnesota Holds On to Conference Lead

07 Feb 12, 05:02:07

The University of Minnesota Gophers men's hockey team did not play over the weekend but remained in first place in the Western Collegiate Hockey Association.

Slap Shot: Losing Games to Injury Equals Just Losing

05 Feb 12, 05:02:42

No surprise: In the N.H.L. teams incurring the most injuries generally suffer in the standings.

Slap Shot: At 84, a Busy Howe Raises Funds for Alzheimer's Research

05 Feb 12, 06:02:58

Gordie Howe has "memory challenges," his son says, but the man known as Mr. Hockey has a full schedule, including events to raise funds for research into Alzheimer's disease.

Slap Shot: Oilers' Gagner Enters Elite Club With 8-Point Game

03 Feb 12, 09:02:42

Sam Gagner of the Edmonton Oilers had four goals and four assists in the team's 8-4 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday night for the first eight-point game in the N.H.L. in more than 23 years.

The Federal Hockey League Experience

07 Jan 12, 06:01:10

The Danbury Whalers beat the New Jersey Outlaws, 3-2, in their Federal Hockey League game on Dec. 22.

A Look at the Winter Classic

12 Jan 12, 02:01:54

Fans, entertainers, a rink that extended from first base to third base at Citizens Bank Park and a pivotal penalty shot.

Winter Classic Alumni Game

01 Jan 12, 01:01:16

The game welcomed back legendary players from the Rangers and Flyers, including Mark Messier, Bernie Parent, Eric Lindros, Brian Leetch, Bob Clarke and Adam Graves.

Coyotes Take Bite Out of Sharks

04 Feb 12, 10:02:33

The Phoenix Coyotes broke out of an extended slump in form with a confidence-boosting 5-3 home win over Pacific Division rival San Jose on Saturday.

Korpikoski Scores 2 to Lead Predators Over Sharks

04 Feb 12, 08:02:37

Lauri Korpikoski scored two goals to lead the Phoenix Coyotes to a 5-3 win over the San Jose Sharks on Saturday night.

Jamie Benn Lifts Stars Over Wild 2-1 in Shootout

04 Feb 12, 08:02:30

Jamie Benn scored in the second round of the shootout and the Dallas Stars maintained their home dominance over the Minnesota Wild with a 2-1 victory on Saturday night.

Boyes, Pominville Lift Sabres Over Isles in SO

04 Feb 12, 07:02:31

Brad Boyes and Jason Pominville scored shootout goals, and the Buffalo Sabres rallied from an early 3-1 deficit to beat the New York Islanders 4-3 on Saturday night.